Liquitex Modelling Paste Gel

Liquitex Modelling Paste Gel is a thick, opaque acrylic medium designed to build raised textures, relief and dimensional effects in acrylic and mixed-media artwork. It provides artists with a versatile surface-building material that can be applied, shaped and textured to create three-dimensional effects. Once dry, it can be painted over with acrylic colours, making it ideal for textured backgrounds, relief work, sculptural details and experimental mixed-media techniques.

Available Sizes: 237ml, 473ml, 946ml

What it does

• Creates raised, textured and three-dimensional surfaces
• Builds relief and sculptural effects
• Adds body, depth and physical texture to artwork
• Provides a thick consistency suitable for modelling and texturing
• Can be shaped, smoothed and textured during application
• Creates textured backgrounds and dimensional details
• Can be painted over with acrylic colours once completely dry
• Can be combined with acrylic colours for customised effects
• Useful for acrylic painting, relief work and mixed-media projects
• Allows artists to create a variety of tactile and decorative surface effects

How to use it

• Apply to a clean, dry and suitably prepared surface
• Use a palette knife, brush or other suitable tool to apply and shape the paste
• Build up the surface gradually to create the desired relief or texture
• Smooth, carve, scrape or texture the surface while the paste is workable
• Allow the paste to dry thoroughly before applying acrylic colour
• Build deeper textures in stages, allowing each layer to dry before adding more material
• Once dry, paint over the surface with acrylic colours or other compatible acrylic products
• Experiment with different tools and application techniques to create varied textures and dimensional effects

How not to use it

• Do not apply excessively thick layers without allowing sufficient drying time
• Do not apply to wet, dirty, unprepared or unsuitable surfaces
• Do not disturb the surface while it is drying, as this can affect the final texture
• Do not force the product to dry using excessive heat
• Do not mix with incompatible materials or solvents
• Do not expect a smooth, flat finish when the product is used for raised or textured effects
• Avoid applying heavy layers to surfaces that cannot adequately support the additional weight
• Do not apply subsequent layers until the underlying material is sufficiently dry